Obituaries

Apr 27, 2023

Collin R. Williams, age 44, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Thursday, April 27, 2023. He will be sorely missed by his family and many friends.

Collin was born on October 8, 1978, in Canton, Ohio the fourth of four boys to Dr. Richard “Dick” & Dawn E. (Shoemaker) Williams.

He graduated from Heritage...

Apr 24, 2023

Diana Newell, age 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 24, 2023.

She was born on January 26, 1946 in Canton, OH to Charles and Theresa (Oterino) Cheviron.

Diana taught family and friends a number of life lessons; to prioritize family and fun above chores, to balance generosity with frugality, to love...

Apr 20, 2023

It was Wednesday evening April 19, 2023 and Jerry was watching the Guardians battle the Tigers on the television and keeping his wife Joanne updated on the score through his shouts of enthusiasm. It was getting late in the game and Ramirez steps up to the plate and hits a three-run homer and the Guardians beat the Tigers 3...

Apr 18, 2023

Edward J. Wentworth Jr., age 93, passed away on April 18, 2023.

He was born on August 18, 1929, in New York, NY, to Edward J. Sr and Regina (Volpe) Wentworth.

Edward is a WWII Army Air Corp Veteran. He was employed as an airline mechanic for Trans World Airlines (TWA), life member of VFW...

Apr 18, 2023

Thelma Jean Friend, age 79, passed away on April 18,2023.

She was born on August 15, 1943, in Philippi, West Virginia to Fairest C. and Atha A. (Bolyard) Funk.

Thelma was employed by Republic Steel as a crane operator for 32 years and attended the Canton Baptist Temple.

Those left to cherish her...

Apr 15, 2023

Thomas E. Walpole, age 81, passed away on April 15, 2023.

He was born on October 20th, 1941 in Canton, OH to Edward and Nellie (Horne) Walpole.

Thomas graduated from Louisville High School in 1959. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #2374 in Louisville, OH.

Thomas spent his...

Apr 15, 2023

Dessie M. Szakacs, age 81, of Carrollton passed away on April 15, 2023.

She was born on December 10, 1941 in Canton, OH to Joseph Ferdinand Hann and Birdelle Annette (Kirkbride) Hann.

Dessie was a devoted Lutheran and a homemaker. She loved her animals dearly, fishing, riding motorcycles, and crocheting.

Those left to...

Apr 14, 2023

Gertrude Kennedy passed away on April 14, 2023, at the age of 98.

She was born on October 4th, 1924 in Harrisville, WV to Ward E. and Laura Venus (Davisson) Gamble.

She graduated from Cincinnati Conservatory of Music with a BA, double major in Music and English, playing both piano and violin.

She...

Apr 14, 2023

Joe Anna Carter, age 94, passed away on April 14, 2023.

She was born on November 7, 1928, in Steubenville, Ohio, to Joseph and Pearl (Reynolds) Rayburn.

Joe Anna is 1946 graduate of Steubenville High School and a member of Big Red Alumni. She was a secretary and a member of LaBelle View Church of...

Apr 13, 2023

Alton “Bud” Auvil, age 81, passed away on April 13, 2023.

He was born on June 23, 1941, in St. George, WV to Robert Lee and Virgie (Poling) Auvil. Before the age of 18, Bud moved to Canton, OH to find work and a better life, following in the footsteps of several of his siblings.

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Apr 12, 2023

Marjorie “Gerry” Terry, 89, passed away on April 12, 2023.

She was born on April 24, 1933, in Logan County, West Virginia, to Ollie and June (Smith) Patrick.

Gerry was employed by the Capri Lounge and Louisville Eagles. She was a member of the American Legion Post #548; Auxillary and Fraternal Order of Eagles Aeerie...

Apr 11, 2023

Scott Emanuel Aguredakes Sr, age 59, passed away on April 11, 2023. He was born on August 1, 1963 in Canton, OH to Emanuel and Cherree (Nuske) Aguredakes.

He graduated from East Canton High School in 1982. Scott was a devoted Christian and loved spending time with his family.

He was a die-hard Miami Dolphins...

Apr 10, 2023

Barbara Eileen (Bailey) Snodgrass, age 91, passed away on April 10, 2023 in the Gables of Canton Senior Living.

She was born on February 1, 1932, in Blue Creek, Ohio, to Arthur C. and Edna F. (Kratzer) Bailey

Barbara graduated as valedictorian of her class from Jefferson High School.  She retired from the Stark County...

Apr 10, 2023

Richard E. Beck, age 92, passed away on April 10, 2023. He was born on May 30, 1930, in Paris Ohio, to Thadius E. and Lena M. (Anthony) Beck.

Richard graduated from Canton South High School and Mount Union College. He was formerly employed by Union Metal Manufacturing Co. as a sales rep. and later became a...

Apr 10, 2023

Frederick Kossack, age 88, passed away on April 10, 2023.

He was born on April 27, 1934 in Canton, to George and Elsie (Tisevich) Kossack.

Fred worked for the Timken Co for over 40 years as a process analyst. He was an avid Cleveland sports fan and loved fishing.

Those left to cherish...

Apr 7, 2023

Kathy S. Bumgarner, age 60, passed away on April 7, 2023.

Born on April 1, 1963 in Canton to Elmer G. and Charlotte (Lutz) Keith. She graduated from Sandy Valley high School, class of 1981, and was an East Sparta resident throughout most of her life. She was well known from working in the food industry previously...

Apr 5, 2023

Sharon Lou Westfall, age 67, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. She was born on October 31, 1955, in Canton, to Harold and Ruth (Miller) Boyle.

Sharon graduated from East Canton High School in 1974.  She was the owner/operator of a housecleaning business for many years.  Sharon enjoyed playing...

Apr 4, 2023

Mark A. Bowman, age 70, passed away on April 3, 2023.

He was born on February 24, 1953, in Canton, Ohio, to Arla and Neva (Baughman) Bowman.

He was a 1972 graduate of Louisville High School, a United States Air Force veteran, retired from H&H Auto Parts and Federated in sales.

Mark enjoyed...

Mar 30, 2023

Paul R. Ferrel, age 68, passed away on March 30, 2023.

He was born on September 27, 1954, in Canton, Ohio, to Richard C. and Elda Jean (Poulson) Ferrel.

Paul graduated from Lincoln High School and retired from Union Metal with 26 years of service. He enjoyed bowling and fishing, loved his dogs and cats,...

Mar 28, 2023

Mary L. Page, age 95, passed away on March 28, 2023.

She was born on May 21, 1927, in Uhrichsville, Ohio, to George and Marguerite (Mix) Poland.

She graduated from Uhrichsville High School.

Mary enjoyed crocheting, crossword puzzles and loved to read, especially mystery novels.

She also enjoyed antiquing and most...